Liking verbs (wearing well, isn't it?)

[tung quoc]

Dear teachers,

What is the meaning of "wear well" in:

1. This carpet is wearing well, isn't it?
2. You're wearing well.

Thanks
Quoc

[Yankee]

Hi Quoc
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First a question: What is a "liking verb"? Did you mean "linking"?

A carpet that is wearing well is withstanding use (rather than immediately "wearing out" ).

A person who is wearing well is most likely withstanding a difficult situation or criticism well.

Amy
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Amy
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ESL teacher, translator, and a native speaker of American English

[Alan]

Hi,

Just llike to add to Amy's response: to me 'You're wearing well' means despite your age you are looking fit and well.

Alan
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English as a Second Language
You can read my ESL story A spring in your step

[Yankee]

Good morning, Alan

Yes, I agree with that as a meaning, too.

Amy
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Amy
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ESL teacher, translator, and a native speaker of American English